Jacksonville, Florida to Pensacola: Road Trip Guide & Distance

331.5 miles 533.5 km · straight line
357.7 miles actual route 575.6 km · driving distance
6h 29min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Jacksonville, Florida from Pensacola?

The distance from Jacksonville, Florida to Pensacola is 331.5 miles (533.5 km) as the crow flies. Pensacola is located W of Jacksonville, Florida. By car, the driving distance is approximately 357.7 miles, taking about 6h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jacksonville, Florida and Pensacola. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Jacksonville, Florida to Pensacola

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 29min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 47min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 10min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Jacksonville, Florida & Pensacola

Quick Facts

Jacksonville, Florida
30.33°N, 81.66°W
America/New_York
12m elevation
Pensacola
30.42°N, 87.22°W
America/Chicago
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 111 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 75.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM